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General health |
★★✩✩✩ | ★★★★★ |
Shedding intensity |
★★★★★ | ✩✩✩✩✩ |
Suitable for people with dog allergies |
★✩✩✩✩ | ★★★★★ |
Energy level |
★★★★★ | ★★✮✩✩ |
Sizes |
Standard | Miniature / Medium / Standard |
Tendency to be overweight |
★★★★★ | ★★✩✩✩ |
Adjustment to apartment living |
★★★✩✩ | ★★★★★ |
Life expectancy |
10-12 years | 12-15 years |
Good temperament |
★★★✩✩ | ★★★★★ |
Able to be a therapy dog |
★★★★✩ | ★★★★★ |
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If you like Golden Retriever, You're going to love the Australian Cobberdog
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COAT:
If you like the long coat of Golden Retrievers, the Australian Cobberdog has an even softer coat which doesn't shed (like Golden Retrievers do), is hypoallergenic and comes in gold. -
CHARACTER:
If you think the Golden Retriever is the best companian dog, that's because you haven't met the character of the Australian Cobberdog yet. They are super affectionate dogs which are very sensitive to the feelings of their favourite humans. However, they are also super fun and very playful, although they tend to be more calm and less nervous than Golden Retriever. -
ABILITY TO BE A THERAPY DOG:
Golden Retrievers can make good therapy dogs, but the Australian Cobberdog is The therapy dog. While the Golden Retriever breed was designed with hunting in mind, the Australian Cobberdog breed was designed to be an ideal therapy and assistance dog.
We know what Golden Retrievers are like because we have bred and cared for them
In the early days of DOGKING, the Golden Retriever was a breed we bred at our centre. However, we stopped breeding it because of all the problems that were associated with it. Despite being a beautiful breed with a promising reputation, problems such as dysplasia (20% of Golden Retrievers suffer from dysplasia) and their uncertain temperament, which often was displayed in the dogs in terms of aggression, made us think twice about this decision. While some of them are wonderful dogs, not all of them are.Although Golden Retriever puppies are highly sought after, we prefer not to breed them as they can easily become a problem for some families who have this breed.
In contrast, the Australian Cobberdog is a dog with a healthy genetic profile and a well-balanced temperament. They also come with hypoallergenic coats and are available in 3 sizes to suit the needs of every family.
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Families who already own an Australian Cobberdog are convinced
All the families who now own an Australian Cobberdog were in the same situation as you before they made their decision. Most had owned dogs before (50.3%) or had one around during childhood (29%) and were not familiar with the breed (73.5%). In fact, they were considering other breeds (70.2%) before settling on the Australian Cobberdog.However, now that these families know what it is like to live with an Australian Cobberdog, they have assured us that, if they were ever to consider getting another dog, it would be another Australian Cobberdog (92%). When we asked what they love most about their dogs, the majority responded with "their character and how affectionate they are" (84%). The majority of the families (91%) confirm that their expectations have been met with the Australian Cobberdog breed.
These are only some of the data extracted from the surveys that we carrying out for the families that have an Australian Cobberdog. However, the data is rather vague and difficult to grasp, which is the reason why we invite you to get to know us and experience what Australian Cobberdogs are really like. We are sure you will fall in love.
THE 7 DIFFERENCES BETWEEN THE GOLDEN RETRIEVER AND THE AUSTRALIAN COBBERDOG
DIFFERENCE NO. 1: Temperament |
| GOLDEN RETRIEVER: The Golden Retriever is generally a good dog but this does not come without its downsides. This breed has a tendency to be somewhat insecure, which in some dogs can lead to them showing signs of fear aggression. AUSTRALIAN COBBERDOG: The Australian Cobberdog is a dog with a very docile and affectionate temperament. They enjoy being around family and need to feel loved. They are very sensitive and empathetic towards the emotions of their humans. |
DIFFERENCE NO. 2: Size and weight |
| GOLDEN RETRIEVER: Golden Retrievers are large dogs with a tendency to become overweight due to their greediness for almost anything. AUSTRALIAN COBBERDOG: The Australian Cobberdog comes in 3 sizes (miniature / medium / standard) and they are generally of a slim build. |
DIFFERENCE NO. 3: Coat and shedding |
| GOLDEN RETRIEVER: Golden Retrievers constantly shed, meaning that they shed year round. Apart from the mess they make in the home and on clothing, this factor makes them an unsuitable breed for people with dog allergies. AUSTRALIAN COBBERDOG: The Australian Cobberdog has a hypoallergenic. Their coats do not moult, nor do they shed or produce dander, so the home is free from dirt and allergens. |
DIFFERENCE NO. 4: Health |
| GOLDEN RETRIEVER: In the 1980s and 1990s, there was an unexpected boom in the popularity of the Golden Retriever breed. Some people wanted to make some quick cash from these sweet puppies. The dogs were bred without any plan whatsoever and without taking their character and health into account. As a result, there are now some typical diseases associated with the breed, such as dysplasia or retinal atrophy, which some dogs still suffer from today. AUSTRALIAN COBBERDOG: The main criteria for the breeding of the Australian Cobberdog is the selection of a temperament suited to both therapy and assistance and a hypoallergenic coat. Its development as a breed has been very well controlled from the beginning, meaning it has strong and healthy genetics. |
DIFFERENCE NO. 5: Adjustment to apartment living |
| GOLDEN RETRIEVER: The Golden Retriever has a high energy level, meaning it is not the most suitable breed for apartment life. They do not like to be left alone all day lying on the sofa or bed. These dogs constantly shed, so an apartment is not the best choice of dwelling for them. AUSTRALIAN COBBERDOG: The Australian Cobberdog is a dog with level and a calm nature. These dogs do not require to be constantly active and enjoy spending quiet time with their owners. They do not shed, meaning they do not make a mess of floors. |
DIFFERENCE NO. 6: Therapy dog |
| GOLDEN RETRIEVER: Golden Retrievers can make good therapy dogs as long as they are carefully selected for their confident and balanced temperament, otherwise they may react aggressively. It is worth noting that these dogs need to be kept well-groomed as to not shed fur into their surroundings. AUSTRALIAN COBBERDOG: The Australian Cobberdog was designed to be the ideal therapy and assistance dog. Due to its hypoallergenic nature, even people with allergies can benefit from this therapy dog, since it does not shed allergens into the environment. It is a dog that continually looks you in the eye and has a gentle, cautious and respectful attitude. These dogs are very friendly in appearance given their resemblance to cuddly toys. and does not usually generate aversion. |
DIFFERENCE NO. 7: Responsible breeding |
| GOLDEN RETRIEVER: There are many people who breed Golden Retriever with the sole aim of making a profit, with no concern for the dog's genetics or welfare. We advise that you please avoid such breeders. AUSTRALIAN COBBERDOG: Here at our centre we have a breeding programme that guarantees that none of our dogs will be abandoned and we always take care of the welfare and genetics of all of our dogs. On top of that, we do everything legally, with contracts and transparent communication with our clients. |
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